z/OS Systems Administrator (Information Systems Specialist 8)
State of Oregon
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Enterprise Information Services (EIS) is a state government IT organization led by Oregon’s CIO. The z/OS Systems Administrator provides top-tier technical and architectural support for IBM Z-OS and subsystems on a statewide level.
This role leads design, installation, and optimization of complex IBM Mainframe environments, handling critical service interruptions, capacity management, and vendor selections to support essential state agency operations.
Qualifications
- Seven (7) years of information systems experience in a shared mainframe environment using z/OS and related software.
- An associate's degree or higher in CS/IT or completion of a two-year accredited vocational program in IT or related field.
- AND 5 years of information systems experience in a shared mainframe environment using z/OS and related software.
- Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or closely related field AND three (3) years of information systems experience in a shared mainframe environment using z/OS and related software.
- Master's degree in IT/CS or closely related field AND one (1) year of information systems experience in a shared mainframe environment using z/OS and related software
Responsibilities
- Provide the highest levels of technical and architectural support for IBM Z-OS and related subsystems statewide.
- Lead design, installation, and optimization of complex IBM Mainframe environments.
- Perform advanced needs assessments and architectural planning for scalable business processes across multi-agency infrastructures.
- Evaluate related software, determine compatibility, perform cost/benefit analyses, and recommend changes.
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Position Type: Employee Position
Salary Range: $7,807 - $11,823
z/OS Systems Administrator (Information Systems Specialist 8)
Salem, OR – Hybrid
Enterprise Information Services (EIS)
Enterprise Information Services (EIS) is a state government-wide information technology (IT) organization led by Oregon’s State Chief Information Officer (CIO). EIS provides centralized oversight for enterprise-wide IT resource management, planning, policy, program development, project delivery and the establishment and maintenance of statewide IT standards. EIS is comprised of the following programs: Administrative Services, Cyber Security Services, Data Center Services, Data Governance and Transparency, Project Portfolio Performance, Shared Services, and Strategy and Design.
The z/OS Systems Administrator provides the highest levels of technical and architectural support and systems programming in enterprise IBM Z-OS operating systems and associated subsystems on a statewide level for Enterprise Information Services.
The z/OS Systems Administrator leads the design, installation, and optimization of complex IBM Mainframe environments, provides expert-level troubleshooting for critical service interruptions while managing hardware capacity and vendor selections to support essential state agency operations.
By performing advanced needs assessments and architectural planning, this position creates scalable business processes and resolves high-level technical conflicts across multi-agency infrastructures.
The z/OS Systems Administrator also evaluates related software, determines compatibility, performs cost/benefit analyses, and recommends changes.
The z/OS Systems Administrator provides the highest levels of technical and architectural support and systems programming in enterprise IBM Z-OS operating systems and associated subsystems on a statewide level for Enterprise Information Services.
The z/OS Systems Administrator leads the design, installation, and optimization of complex IBM Mainframe environments, provides expert-level troubleshooting for critical service interruptions while managing hardware capacity and vendor selections to support essential state agency operations.
By performing advanced needs assessments and architectural planning, this position creates scalable business processes and resolves high-level technical conflicts across multi-agency infrastructures.
The z/OS Systems Administrator also evaluates related software, determines compatibility, performs cost/benefit analyses, and recommends changes.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Seven (7) years of information systems experience in: a shared services mainframe environment using z/OS systems and related software); OR
- An Associate's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or closely related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or closely related field;
- AND 5 years of information systems experience in: a shared services mainframe environment using z/OS systems and related software; OR
- A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or closely related field AND three (3) years of information systems experience in: a shared services mainframe environment using z/OS systems and related software; OR
- Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or closely related field AND one (1) year of information systems experience in: a shared services mainframe environment using z/OS systems and related software
- Advanced experience in z/OS systems programming.
- Demonstrated skill in configuration and support of an HDS DASD environment including HUR and ShadowImage replication, IBM Virtual Tape, HCF IODF creation and maintenance, working in a multiple LPAR Sysplexed environment.
- Demonstrated skill in SMS/DMS including coding and maintenance of ACS routines; maintenance of Storage Groups and other SMS constructs; DMS parameters and commands.
- Thorough knowledge of z/OS operating system and related system components.
- Experience in a shared services mainframe environment.
- Advanced knowledge in CICS, DB2, IMS, and/or TCPIP, SMPE, HCD (IOCP and MVSCP gens), JES2, SDSF, SMS, operating system utilities, dumps, and traces.
- Demonstrated project management skills and experience.
- Proven ability and skill to clearly explain complex/technical concepts in terms that are understandable for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, peers and other agencies and the public.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family.
- Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare. Optional benefits including life insurance, disability, FSA, and more
- Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.
- Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
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- Public Service Loan Forgiveness: You may qualify for the PSLF program.
- Hybrid Work Opportunity: This position supports a hybrid work schedule. You can expect to work in the office 1-2 days per week, with work arrangements periodically reviewed to ensure business needs are met.
This announcement is for one, full-time, permanent, SEIU represented, z/OS Systems Administrator (Information Systems Specialist 8) position and may be used to fill future vacancies. The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Applicants who require VISA sponsorship will not be considered at this time. Employee is required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where the employee resides or provide an acceptable alternate mode of transportation. Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification. Employee is required to obtain and maintain CJIS clearance. Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources. Be sure to submit your documentation prior to the close date of this posting in order to have the preference considered.
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The Department of Administrative Services is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity. At the Department of Administrative Services, we embody the value of hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce revitalizes our state. We value diversity and foster a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive. Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon “flies with her own wings.”
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